verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

mild, tender, lenient, gentle

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Example Sentences

Example:He gave a mild suggestion for improvement.

Definition:Not strong or intense; gentle or weak; slight in degree or nature.

From mild

Example:She spoke in a tender tone, trying to soothe the upset child.

Definition:Tending to be gentle or merciful; showing compassion or consideration for others.

From tender

Example:The lenient sentence was criticized by the victim’s family.

Definition:Showing a readiness to forgive or be easy to deal with, especially in regard to punishments or penalties.

From lenient

Example:He was a gentle person, always kind to others.

Definition:Mild, mild-mannered, or tender; not harsh or extreme in nature or degree.

From gentle